ok guys, i know it may sound retarded, but whats the exact difference between an LS6 and LS1? like what makes it so different?

 

minor differences in the block, different cam and heads

 

oil pump
cam
heads
intake manifold until the later years

the block had minor differences, none of which affected horsepower.

 

clutch also

 

Actually... the block on the LS6 has larger windows to make bay to bay breathing better. Does that affect horsepower? Yes.
(Source: GM Engineer in a video explaining the LS6)

 

you can get an ls1 converted into an ls6, right? if so, how much does that usually run?(cost wise)

 

for the cost of ls6 parts to make your ls1 a stock ls6 you could make your ls1 make alot more power for less money..

 

what do yall recommend?

 

pick a heads/cam combo that suits your needs. i would suggest going to an LS1 speed shop or a shop that knows what they are talking about and tell them what your goals are . Depending on what you want to do will determine your setup.

Drag only
Street/strip
Daily Driver

how many miles do you plan on driving a year?
do you care about gas mileage?
figure out your overall goal, then go from there.

 

hmm...TR has a new cam/heads package

they say almost 400rwhp with stock exhaust. interesting....

 

That's f***ing sweet! That would save me $800 for headers and tuning should be a breeze if it has nearly stock properties. Tweak a table here or there and get the AFR dialed in with a WB...395rwhp + stall + sticky tires = low12's~high11's.